Should any of these Swansea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Southampton or Manchester City players be considered for the prize ahead of the likes of Gareth Bale, Juan Mata, Luis Suarez and Robin Van Persie?

Swansea City star Michu is joined by team-mate Chico and Wigan Athletic defender Ivan Ramis in having adapted to Premier League football incredibly since arriving unheralded from La Liga. So which other five players do not carry the same glow as those from Real Madrid or Barcelona but could easily perform in the Premier League.

Should any of these Swansea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Southampton or Manchester City players be considered for the prize ahead of the likes of Gareth Bale, Juan Mata, Luis Suarez and Robin Van Persie?